Best Campgrounds near Lewiston, CA

Searching for the best camping near Lewiston, CA? There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that California camping has to offer. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Lewiston camping trip.

Best Camping Sites Near Lewiston, California (216)

    1. Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort

    5 Reviews
    Lewiston, CA
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (530) 778-3894

    "There are tent sites away from the rv part, but we never checked that area out. The rv spots are very clean, and even though they’re close together with no privacy it was an amazingly quiet park."

    "We were looking for.a place to camp near Redding, our home town. This campground is about 30 mins from Redding. It was an easy tow on rural but well maintained roads all the way to the campground."

    2. Douglas City Campground

    6 Reviews
    Douglas City, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 224-2100

    "While I generally like campsites close to the river, those set against the hill seem to provide a little more shade and privacy."

    "This campground is tucked down from the road and into a fairly narrow canyon. The trees are mostly oak, madrona, fir and pine, with the occasional mountain ash."

    3. Mary Smith Campground

    5 Reviews
    Lewiston, CA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 623-2121

    "Luckily the weather was so amazing especially being right next to this beautiful clear clean lake. We stayed at site 14, across from us was a small path that lead you down to the water."

    "Beautiful, quiet campground with nice views of Lewiston Lake. The glamping units have the best view so I hope to check those out next time."

    4. Cline Gulch BLM Dispersed

    8 Reviews
    French Gulch, CA
    11 miles

    "There was an awesome creek right next to us. FYI there was no phone service at all until you get by the school."

    5. Oak Bottom Tent Campground — Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area

    7 Reviews
    Whiskeytown, CA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 246-1225

    "Because it's the shoulder season, their were fewer people there, which allowed us to have more space... no one in adjacent sites."

    "Our site had private water access and was a good distance from adjacent sites. I really can't say enough good things about my time here."

    6. Tannery

    4 Reviews
    Weaverville, CA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 275-8113

    $30 - $60 / night

    "The lake is walking distance from the sites and the sites are far enough apart for privacy. My 2 year old had a blast! Also lots of firewood around, and fire pits were very nice!"

    "This is a great camp area, however when we went the Lake was really low. It was still very nice for fishing and kayaking."

    7. Hayward Flat

    6 Reviews
    Trinity Center, CA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 275-8113

    $30 - $60 / night

    "Positive: HUGE CAMPSITE to share with multiple friends. We had 4 tents on our site and we could have added 4 more."

    "Each site did have a fire pit and picnic table though not all sites had near boxes. Mine did not so I kept all my stuff locked away in my car.

    Lots of good options for hammock hanging. "

    8. Cooper Gulch Campground

    2 Reviews
    Lewiston, CA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 275-8113

    $24 - $27 / night

    "The lake was incredibly smooth and perfect for a kayak/paddle board.  The toilets are vault but there is potable water and a little store up the road that sells firewood and a few snacks/beverages."

    9. Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground — Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area

    8 Reviews
    Whiskeytown, CA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 242-3412

    $20 / night

    ". #6, 8, and 9 probably your best bets if they are open. 4 and 5 are right next to the entrance. There's a small narrow dirt road, but easily doable even in a loaded down sedan."

    "Just me and one friend stayed overnight, very nice area, creek right next to spots. A little bit of a walk to the bathroom though."

    10. Tannery Gulch Campground

    3 Reviews
    Weaverville, CA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 623-2121

    $24 - $48 / night

    "Nice well shaded campground, some sites enjoy lake views although Trinity Lake is very low at this point. Site 67 is a nice size, lots of space between adjacent sites."

    "It was not as close to the lake as we would have liked, we had to drive to get there, but the water was also very low. Also, the closest place to get ice was about a half hour drive."

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Recent Reviews near Lewiston, CA

441 Reviews of 216 Lewiston Campgrounds


  • Marie D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Jubilee Railroad Wilderness Lodge & Campground was Railroad Park Resort

    Nice campground

    Easy access to the highway without the noise. There is a dining railcar restaurant, camp host is great. We came in on a Thursday no reservation and had no problem snagging a roomy spot for our 30' towing a Jeep. Great in the woods feel with full hookups. Highly recommended. Bears are common in this area.

  • Steve M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 4, 2025

    Perry Riffle Trailhead

    Simple but clean and nice level sites with picnic tables

    Just staying one night on my way to Nevada but this is an easy location with decent cell service and a clean bathroom and garbage receptacles in a hiking and equestrian area

  • Bruce E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Post Creek Guard Station

    Labor Day seclusion

    Post creek guard station was awesome. The views were amazing, especially the star gazing. Took Tedoc rd going in. Long, dirt, rocky rd not recommended for passenger vehicles. Our transit connect was fine, but slow going, just enough clearance. The cabin was pretty clean. Someone left their garbage. It's a pack in 0ack out kinda place. Water is gravity feed for a flushing toilet and dish washing water. (Non-potable) nearby spring was great for filtering or the 1/4 mile down to creek and swimming hole. There are 2 new full size mattresses and a 2 burner Coleman stove. Recommend just bringing all your own gear and consider it like a camping trip, w/ bonus flush toilet. The drive out was smooth. Took service rd 30. Dirt for a short bit, then paved all the way to hwy 36. Definitely be going back, and hitting some of the hiking trails.

  • Ibeya A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Perry Riffle Trailhead

    Great spot for a short stop over

    This is just a gravel parking lot, but it's quiet, peaceful, and about a 2 min walk from the river. Several horse and hiking trails start from here. There's a pit toilet, garbage, and recycling. We enjoyed our stay for one night, but I wouldn't want to stay here for more than a few days. It was roasting in August; the river was a nice way to cool off.

  • Diana R.
    Aug. 25, 2025

    Red Bluff KOA Journey

    Messed up reservations, staff rude.

    This campground has a lot of live ins: there animals are not well behaved, barked most of the night, stray cats wandering around bothering our animals.  We made reservations and reserved a campsite number, was not told we had to pay $25 more to reserve a site, they put us in the site I requested not to have, the excuse was the computer rearranged the campsite. Asked to speak to management who never appeared and lady at desk was rude.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Hayden Flat Campground

    Good for a quick stop

    Camped here on a Monday night and no one stopped in. Love it when that happens. Clean bathrooms and running water

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Castle Lake Dispersed Camping

    It Allright!

    It was pretty full, the only spot available was at the very top by the road but it had the best view of Shasta.

    There were a couple of sketchy characters so I decided to car camp instead of set up a tent.

    I did have normal campers as well. Which made me feel safer.

    Sit is meh. There was a fire spot but i like being immersed in trees!

    If you camp here check out Siskiyou Lake right down the way to swim it was THE best view of Shasta and the most mellow and perfect swimming conditions!

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Burnt Ranch Campground

    It's okay

    The site is right off of 299 which is convenient. The road through the camp is a bit rough. It is paved but it's knocked out in some places and quite steep in others.

    Traffic during the day was almost 0 but at night it picks up a lot. I can't imagine there is a good reason for that.

    Good for a night but that's about it.

  • Grace A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 12, 2025

    Dispersed Campsite near Castle Lake and Shasta

    Close to the lake. Beware of bugs

    Overall good stay. I don’t think you can do fires right now and there wasn’t too many options of where to stay, but we ended up finding a spot that fit 2 SUVs. It’s a dirt road but not bad at all. You have to keep going pasta where it takes you on google maps until you see a dirt road turnoff on the right. It was pretty hot at night, and a bunch of bugs so keep that in mind. There was plenty of shade at the spot we found. It was a like 10 minute drive to the lake which is what makes this spot so worth it!


Guide to Lewiston

Camping near Lewiston, California, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for everyone.

What to do:

  • Water activities: Enjoy swimming, fishing, and kayaking at places like Hirz Bay Campground. One visitor mentioned, "We had so much fun walking down to the lake fishing, swimming and playing with the dogs."
  • Hiking: Explore the nearby trails for stunning views and wildlife. A camper at Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground noted, "Even as close to Redding as this was, there were no highway or 'civilization' sounds at night which was awesome."
  • Relaxing by the shore: Many campgrounds, like Oak Bottom Tent Campground, offer shoreline sites. A reviewer said, "Our site had private water access and was a good distance from adjacent sites."

What campers like:

  • Spacious sites: Campers appreciate the roomy spots at places like Hayward Flat. One visitor shared, "The sites are varied here. You have tent sites and RV sites and all are spacious."
  • Clean facilities: Many campgrounds, such as Mountain Gate RV Park, are praised for their cleanliness. A happy camper remarked, "It’s probably one of the cleanest campgrounds and facilities I’ve ever been to."
  • Friendly atmosphere: Campers often mention the welcoming vibe. At Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort, one reviewer said, "Everyone there was very nice and will happily give you fishing advice, if you ask."

What you should know:

  • Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for wildlife, especially bears. A camper at Hirz Bay Campground shared, "Around 4am a black bear came through our site... it definitely smelled us and knew exactly where we were."
  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, like Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground, lack basic amenities like drinking water and showers. A visitor noted, "There were a lot of branches on the ground for us to be able to build a fire."
  • Crowded during peak season: Campgrounds can get busy in the summer. A reviewer at Oak Bottom Tent Campground mentioned, "If you're going during the busy season and you can afford it, reserve two spots!"

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose family-friendly sites: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids, like Trinity Lake KOA Holiday. A camper said, "Great for families with young children and those hoping for entertainment for kids."
  • Plan for activities: Bring games and outdoor gear. One family at Hayward Flat enjoyed, "Plenty of kayakers, paddle boarders, and jet skiers on the lake."
  • Safety first: Keep an eye on little ones, especially near water. A visitor at Hirz Bay Campground advised, "Make sure your tent is properly staked if it's close to the water."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the campground. A reviewer at Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort mentioned, "Biggest I would put in here would be about a 30-foot trailer."
  • Utilize amenities: Look for campgrounds with full hookups, like Mountain Gate RV Park. One camper said, "The RV spots are full hook up with nice green grass."
  • Be prepared for noise: Some campgrounds are near highways. A visitor at Mountain Gate RV Park noted, "Only downside was the highway noise."

Camping near Lewiston, CA, offers a variety of experiences, from peaceful lakeside retreats to family-friendly adventures. Whether you're tent camping or bringing your RV, there's something for everyone in this beautiful area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Lewiston, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Lewiston, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 216 campgrounds and RV parks near Lewiston, CA and 9 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Lewiston, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Lewiston, CA is Old Lewiston Bridge RV Resort with a 5-star rating from 5 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Lewiston, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 free dispersed camping spots near Lewiston, CA.

What parks are near Lewiston, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 parks near Lewiston, CA that allow camping, notably Whiskeytown National Recreation Area and Shasta-Trinity National Forest.